In this episode Ancillar Nombewu has a heart to heart conversation with Rina Chunga-Kutama the brilliant creative behind Rich Factory. Rina shares invaluable insights on intention, trusting your instincts, and the journey of resilience as she fights to keep her business alive while battling lupus and mental health challenges. This episode isn't just a podcast; it's an honest hearty and real deep dive into the mindset of success, offering inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs. Subscribe now for a dose of wisdom and the entrepreneurial spirit! 🌟

Key Takeaways:
00:00 - Introduction
02:15 - On Public Relations and taking back her brand
06:27 - Moving with intention and trusting your instincts
09:51 - Fear, taking time out, emerging from a sabbatical and recentring
11:44 - The power of patience: 9 years in the bedroom before opening a store
16:15 - Developing better business skills to ensure longevity
18:51 - Pricing confidence for greater value for your startup
22:04 - How your network can help grow your business
23:09 - The decision not to work with brands - Rebranding and repositioning journey
25:04 - How Rina got overwhelmed in 2022 and ended up at a mental health facility
26:26 - Depression suffered by many entrepreneurs in silence
28:33 - Rina on how her father’s health triggered her depression
29:24 - Rina on how infertility impacted her mental health and business
32:47 - Rina on how her first psychotic episode manifested and how losing her mind had been one of her greatest fears
37:20 - Rina on how she was also diagnosed with schizophrenia and on learning about her triggers and how to manage them
39:58 - How Lupus impacts Rina’s day to day life and her business
43:41 - Rina on her 3 year old daughter
46:02 - Rina on how she has managed to keep her business running even when going through so many struggles
49:58 - The importance of honesty with your customers and community
51:47 - What’s next for Rina
54:54 - Fast five

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